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G58 FOJ

1989 Rover 216I

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,557 mi
Last recorded15,557 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2008
Typical for 1989 Rover 216I69,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG58 FOJ
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2008 15,557 miles

Oil leak

front no plate cracked

Fail 25 Jul 2008 15,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

front no plate cracked

Pass 25 Jul 2007 15,267 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 15,267 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,962 miles

front no plate cracked and start to discolor

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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G58 FOJ is a 1989 Rover 216I in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 69,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G58 FOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of G58 FOJ?

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What year was G58 FOJ registered?

G58 FOJ is a 1989 Rover 216I, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G58 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G58 FOJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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